Spring is in the air and for many of us, that means tackling outdoor projects — whether planting a new tree, installing a fence or upgrading our landscaping. But before grabbing that shovel, there’s ...

“Dig Safe, it’s smart, it’s free and it’s the law.” Many will recognize those words spoken by Roger Cook, the late, beloved landscaper from PBS’ “This Old House,” extolling the virtues of a free ...

Calling 811 before you dig protects you, your home, and your community from dangerous and costly accidents. Utility lines like gas, electric, and water often run close to the surface, and hitting them ...

EAU CLAIRE, Wis. (XCEL ENERGY PRESS RELEASE) - Xcel Energy is advising customers who are eager to start their spring planting or landscaping to always call 8-1-1 to have underground utility lines ...

CHICOPEE, Mass. (WWLP) – Some home improvement projects require digging, but it isn’t safe to just start digging anywhere. National Grid is reminding customers to call 811 before starting any digging ...

PUEBLO, Colo. (KRDO)-- Black Hills Energy is working with communities to recognize Aug. 11 as 811 Day–an opportunity to urge residents to call 811 at least two business days prior to any digging ...

LITTLE ROCK (KATV) — As spring fever hits and Arkansans eagerly plan their outdoor projects, Entergy Arkansas is reminding everyone to prioritize safety by contacting Arkansas 811 before digging. Adam ...

MONTGOMERY, Ala. (WSFA) - April is Safe Digging Awareness Month to remind people that a number of pipelines, wires, and cables are buried in the ground beneath and around their homes, and to promote ...